Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Doha, Qatar > Firm Profile

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP Offices

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Level 18, Unit 1805, Burj Al Fardan
Building 157
Street 301, Zone 69
Lusail
PO Box 26660
Qatar
Visit website 974 4452 8292 974 4452 8181

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings

Qatar > Projects, real estate and construction Tier 3

The construction, real estate and disputes team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is a port of call for both contentious and non-contentious work encompassing an array of investments and projects. The department advises both government bodies and private clients in energy-related matters, local mega-projects and those abroad, and real estate projects. Alim Khamis co-heads the team with Paula Boast; both demonstrate notable expertise in complex disputes and international arbitrations in the infrastructure, construction and energy industries.

Practice head(s):

Alim Khamis; Paula Boast

Work highlights

Hong Kong > Real estate

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP‘s strengths lie at the intersection of tax and real estate financing, with a particular focus on prime London residential properties as well as local residential property in Hong Kong and commercial leasing to corporate occupiers. Team members also assist clients with mandates relating to residential and commercial property investments. Increasingly the group is assisting real estate clients with ESG matters. The practice can be broadly divided into two branches; team head Simon Green leads the practice out of Hong Kong and focuses on international property matters, particularly relating to the UK, while Ian Devereux and Jovanne Zee focus on local property matters.

Practice head(s):

Simon Green

Other key lawyers:

Ian Devereux; Jovanne Zee; Jasper Yeung

Testimonials

‘The Real Estate team in Hong Kong has efficiently provided cross border services for local clients in Hong Kong who require UK conveyancing advice and services. The team has removed the barrier of different time zones for clients in Hong Kong who no longer require to speak to the UK lawyers in the evening.’

‘Jasper Yeung of the Real Estate team in Hong Kong has been very helpful in dealing with some complicated de-enveloping cases. He has proved to be very efficient and he understands the commercial substance of transactions which he has been involved.’

Key clients

BC Mortgage Services Asia Ltd (BC)

BC Invest

MHM Invest

Regal London

CK Asset Holdings Limited

Galliard Homes

Lendlease

London Square

Informa PLC

United Arab Emirates > Real estate

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP’s wide-ranging real estate expertise encompasses asset management, off-plan work, and property financing. Simon Green is noted for his strength in master-planned development projects; Reem Al Mahroos handles strata structuring mandates; and Glenn Bull is well versed in an array of transactional matters. Dana Marshad is another key team member.

Practice head(s):

Simon Green; Reem Al Mahroos; Glenn Bull

Other key lawyers:

Dana Marshad

Key clients

Informa Middle East Limited

Dubai World Trade Centre

Emirates REIT PLC

Gargash Group

Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C

Majid Al Futtaim Properties

Oman Tourism Development Company

Themaar Investment

National Life and General Insurance Company

Eagle Hills International Properties LLC

Work highlights

  • Represented Emirates REIT (CEIC) PLC in a DIFC Court proceeding concerning a DIFC retail lease dispute.
  • Advised Informa Dubai on negotiating and finalising Informa Dubai’s new commercial office lease for premises located at the One Central, Dubai World Trade Centre commercial building in the UAE.
  • Advised Themaar Investment on a portfolio sale of commercial units in Business Bay, Dubai.

Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Firm Profile

Charles Russell Speechlys is a market leading award winning international law firm with offices in 3 key Middle East locations: Dubai, Manama and Doha.

We have been working with clients in the GCC region for over 30 years and operating on the ground in the Middle East for over 15 years. With both English and Arabic speaking lawyers, our experienced Middle East team of locally and internationally qualified lawyers understand your specific requirements and the nuances of each market place in the region.

With a Partner-led service and offices across the UK, Europe and the Middle East, our 13 offices cover major markets in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Each of our offices provides a gateway to the whole firm connecting you with the best advisers and serving your needs.

Qatar is poised to be a dynamic player in the global economy as its strategic investments continue to catalyse growth across multiple sectors. In line with its Third National Development Strategy 2030, the country presents new opportunities for international investors and businesses alike.

We are one of the few international law firms in Qatar with lawyers permanently based on the ground advising both multinational and local clients doing business in Qatar and the wider region.

Our dedicated team of lawyers speak over eight languages (including written and spoken Arabic) and are qualified in both common and civil law jurisdictions.

We can advise you on a wide range of matters, including:

We have been operating in Qatar for more than a decade and we take tremendous pride in our continued growth and our focus on exceptional client service. We were honoured to be awarded “Qatar Law Firm of the Year” in 2023, which demonstrated our commitment to prioritising expertise, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Main Contacts

Department Name Email Telephone
Construction, Engineering & Projects Alim Khamis [email protected] +974 3000 7905

Lawyer Profiles

Photo Name Position Profile
Etidal Alwazani photo Etidal Alwazani Legal Director View Profile
Ahmad Anani photo Ahmad Anani Head of Capital Markets and Regulation (Middle East) View Profile
Patrick Gearon photo Patrick Gearon Partner, Head of Charles Russell Speechlys LLP Middle East View Profile
Alim Khamis photo Alim Khamis Partner, Head of Qatar office View Profile
Jihane Rizk photo Jihane Rizk Jihane has more than 20 years of experience in corporate law, mergers… View Profile

Staff Figures

Fee earners : 8

Languages

Arabic
English (fluent)